Probation Clinician -Juvenile Court (0225)

Nature of Work

At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.

In 2023, Coconino County Juvenile Court (CCJC) earned the distinction of becoming the first certified trauma informed juvenile court in the country. The principles and practices of a trauma informed approach guide our work with youth, families, staff, and community members.

Under supervision, the Clinician provides therapeutic interventions to youth in Juvenile Court programs including Probation, Detention, and in other programming and activities.

The Clinician will serve as part of a court team to plan, coordinate and implement treatment programming, and will provide optimal behavioral health services to meet the emotional, social, and mental health needs of youth dealing with a variety of behavioral health issues including substance abuse. Probation, Detention, and Treatment & Programming staff work as collaborative teams to coordinate trauma-informed agency and community-based services to meet the individual needs of each youth and family.

Typical Duties

• Assists youth and their families as needed with a variety of issues including substance abuse, depression and suicidal ideations, emotional regulation and re-regulation, mental illness, family domestic violence and dysfunction, and effective parenting etc.
• Conducts initial interviews and provides assessments and evaluations of youth, their parents, and family systems
• Develops individual and family treatment plans
• Trains in and implements specific counseling modalities as family-based approaches, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), Mindfulness Based Substance Abuse Treatment (Intensive Outpatient Program), Juvenile Sex Offense Specific Treatment, Seeking Safety and other trauma focused therapies for youth and their parents
• Coordinates and conducts family sessions and promotes family involvement
• Conducts individual, family, and group therapy sessions
• Communicates and develops positive working relationships with parents/guardian/custodian regarding the positive development of their son, daughter, or family member
• Facilitates conflict resolutions as needed
• Provides consultations and consults with probation officers and other professionals regarding clients’ behavior health issues and needs
• Provides emergency behavioral health assessments and interventions and works with outside resources to resolve crisis and coordinate care
• Works with Juvenile Detention Staff in the assessment of behavior health needs of detained youth and assists in determining required level of supervision and care
• Prepares court reports and court ordered evaluations in a timely manner
• Appears in court to report client progress
• Maintains treatment records and Jolts documentation
• Assists in training new staff as assigned
• Oversees activities of interns/staff assigned to the program

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in behavioral health field such as social work, counseling, or closely related field and eligibility for licensure through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. If not yet licensed, the Clinician must obtain initial licensure (LMSW, LAC) within 6 months of being hired.

LMSWs and LACs and will receive supervision and support to obtain their independent licensure. Once obtained, the employee is eligible for a 5% increase in salary.

Preferred Qualifications: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or clinical Psychologist in the state of Arizona; training and experience in providing trauma informed counseling/therapy to high-risk youth and their families; 5 years of experience working as a licensed clinician.

This position is exempt from overtime.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of:

• Principles, methods, and techniques of individual, family, and group counseling
• Child and adolescent development theories and applications
• Dynamics of behavioral and emotional problems
• Trauma related symptoms, needs, and interventions
• Indications of juveniles with co-occurring disorders, such as substance abuse and related issues
• Crisis intervention techniques
• Basic principles and methods of treatment for delinquent and criminogenic behavior
• Principles of supervision and training for adults
  

• Juvenile Court proceedings
• Human behavior and the various social, economic, and cultural backgrounds
• Secure program procedures and policies
• Record keeping, documentation and report writing
• Group activity planning and leadership
  

• Communicate and collaborate respectfully with clients, families, coworkers, and community members from diverse social, economic, and cultural backgrounds
• Coordinate the activities of various individuals, agencies, and service providers
• Analyze complex problems and situations and suggest effective and reasonable courses of action
• Maintain current licensure and all required training
• Effective time management
• Communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively
• Conduct detailed research and prepare reports and findings
• Identify and utilize appropriate professional support as needed
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, service providers, health care professionals, and the public
• Work safely, and support the culture of workplace safety
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Employee Benefits

Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:

(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass

Elective Coverage

• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability